SAT Word Skills 6 - Lesson 33

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verdant [adjective]

characterized by lush, green vegetation or landscapes, typically indicating abundance and freshness

Ex: Walking through the verdant forest , she marveled at the diversity of plant species and the tranquility of nature surrounding her .

askew [adverb]

in a crooked or tilted position

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turgid [adjective]

(of speech or writing) using a serious and elevated style that makes it tedious and complicated

Ex: The novel 's turgid narrative style made it a challenging read for most people .

jocund [adjective]

cheerful, lively, and full of high spirits, radiating an infectious sense of joy and merriment

Ex: The jocund melody of the song lifted her mood , filling her heart with warmth and happiness .

livid [adjective]

extremely angry, furious, or emotionally agitated

Ex: He became livid when he realized his flight had been canceled without any prior notice .

dank [adjective]

damp, musty, and often cold or unpleasantly humid

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rapt [adjective]

fully absorbed or captivated by something

Ex: He read the novel with rapt intensity , unable to put it down until he reached the end .

forte [adjective]

played or sung loudly or with strong emphasis

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agog [adjective]

feeling or showing great interest and anticipation for something or someone

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sordid [adjective]

relating to a disgraceful and corrupted action

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brash [adjective]

overly bold, impudent, or lacking in sensitivity

Ex: The politician 's brash remarks during the debate offended many voters , leading to a drop in his popularity .

nuptial [adjective]

relating to marriage or the wedding ceremony

Ex: The bride wore a beautiful white gown for her nuptial celebration , a symbol of purity and new beginnings .

ulterior [adjective]

existing beyond what is readily apparent or visible, often intentionally hidden or concealed

Ex: The politician 's promises were met with skepticism , as many believed he had ulterior agenda and was seeking reelection .

threadbare [adjective]

tired, overused, or lacking in freshness or originality

Ex: The comedian 's routine relied on threadbare jokes that elicited more groans than laughter from the audience .

apropos [adjective]

relevant, suitable, or appropriate in a given context or situation

Ex: The choice of music for the event was entirely apropos and set the perfect mood .

gruff [adjective]

characterized by a rough and deep tone, often sounding harsh

Ex: From his office , we could hear the gruff sound of the drill as the construction workers repaired the roof .

rabid [adjective]

affected by a viral disease that causes extreme aggression, foaming at the mouth, and other symptoms, typically seen in animals like dogs

Ex: They had to call animal control when they found a rabid fox near the neighborhood .

demure [adjective]

reserved, modest, and shy in manner or appearance, also exhibiting a subtle charm or playfulness

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aloof [adjective]

unfriendly or reluctant to socializing

Ex: The cat , known for its aloof nature , preferred to keep to itself and avoided human interaction .

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